Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
communis
ID:
790403

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. 1: 36. 1753 [1 May 1753]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789736

Common Names

  • Commune Gladiolus
  • Common Gladiolus
  • Common Sword Lily

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Description

Gladiolus communis (also called the common gladiolus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It has narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Gladiolus communis is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as cut flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gladiolus communis has a bright yellow flower with a white throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gladiolus communis is a herbaceous perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Gladiolus communis

Gladiolus communis can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Gladiolus communis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gladiolus communis?

Gladiolus communis

What are the common names of Gladiolus communis?

Common gladiolus

What is the native range of Gladiolus communis?

Europe

Species in the Gladiolus genus

Gladiolus abbreviatus, Gladiolus abyssinicus, Gladiolus actinomorphanthus, Gladiolus acuminatus, Gladiolus aequinoctialis, Gladiolus alatus, Gladiolus albens, Gladiolus amplifolius, Gladiolus anatolicus, Gladiolus andringitrae, Gladiolus angustus, Gladiolus antakiensis, Gladiolus antandroyi, Gladiolus appendiculatus, Gladiolus aquamontanus, Gladiolus arcuatus, Gladiolus atropictus, Gladiolus atropurpureus, Gladiolus atroviolaceus, Gladiolus aurantiacus, Gladiolus aureus, Gladiolus balensis, Gladiolus baumii, Gladiolus bellus, Gladiolus benguellensis, Gladiolus bilineatus, Gladiolus blommesteinii, Gladiolus bojeri, Gladiolus bonaespei, Gladiolus boranensis, Gladiolus brachyphyllus, Gladiolus brevifolius, Gladiolus brevitubus, Gladiolus buckerveldii, Gladiolus bullatus, Gladiolus byzantinus, Gladiolus caeruleus, Gladiolus calcaratus, Gladiolus calcicola, Gladiolus canaliculatus, Gladiolus candidus, Gladiolus cardinalis, Gladiolus carinatus, Gladiolus carmineus, Gladiolus carneus, Gladiolus caryophyllaceus, Gladiolus cataractarum, Gladiolus caucasicus, Gladiolus ceresianus, Gladiolus chelamontanus,

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

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